Description
This Herb & Cheese Quick Bread is everything you love in a homemade loaf—savory, cheesy, herby, and delightfully simple. No yeast or rising time required, just a bowl, a spoon, and under an hour to golden, aromatic perfection. Whether you’re pairing it with soups, using it as a sandwich base, or enjoying it warm with butter, this bread delivers comfort and flavor in every bite.
Ingredients
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 and 1/2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
1/4 cup fresh chopped herbs (such as chives, parsley, or thyme)
1 cup buttermilk
1 large egg
1/4 cup melted butter
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a standard loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and black pepper.
3. Fold in the shredded cheddar cheese and chopped herbs, tossing to coat them in the dry mix.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together buttermilk, egg, and melted butter until fully combined.
5. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined—do not overmix.
6. Transfer the batter to the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top. Optionally, sprinkle a little extra cheese or herbs on top.
7. Bake for 45 to 50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
8. Let the loaf cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then remove and transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
Notes
Let the bread cool before slicing to avoid a gummy texture. Fresh herbs and sharp cheddar bring out the best flavor. Feel free to customize with mix-ins like bacon, sun-dried tomatoes, or olives.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45–50 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: savory quick bread, cheese loaf, herb bread